Archbishop Paul Mwazha Dies At 107

The spiritual landscape of the nation has been forever altered with the announcement of the passing of Archbishop Paul Mwazha, the revered founder and leader of the African Apostolic Church. The archbishop, who had reached the venerable age of 107, died on Thursday, November 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of profound faith and a multitude of devoted followers.

The sombre news was delivered in an official communiqué from the church’s headquarters, sending waves of grief through congregations across the country and beyond.

A Solemn Announcement from the Church

The task of informing the church and the world fell to Bishop Jeshua Mhizha, the General Secretary of the African Apostolic Church. In a statement that began with a traditional greeting, he confirmed the immense loss. He wrote, “Good morning! The African Apostolic Church, Va Apostora ve Africa. I regret to inform you that Our Archbishop, Paul Mwazha of Africa our church leader has just passed on today, November 20, 2025.”

This formal confirmation marked the end of an era for the religious movement, which the archbishop had painstakingly built from the ground up. Bishop Mhizha’s message sought to comfort the bereaved faithful, adding a poignant spiritual perspective on the leader’s departure.

A Legacy of Faith and a Call for Celebration

In his address, Bishop Mhizha emphasised that while the community has lost its physical shepherd, his spirit remains a guiding force. He conveyed, “He has departed from us but in spirit we are together with him.”

The statement concluded with a powerful affirmation of faith, shifting the tone from one of pure mourning to one of celebratory praise for a life devoted to service. Using the Shona vernacular, the Bishop ended with, “Kudzai Jehovah, Kudzai Jehovah! (Praise Jehovah, Praise Jehovah!)”. This closing note serves as a directive to the church’s members, encouraging them to honour their leader’s memory through worship rather than solely through sorrow. The church has assured its followers that more details regarding funeral arrangements and the way forward will be communicated in the coming days.

A Nation Reflects on a Spiritual Titan

Archbishop Paul Mwazha’s influence extended far beyond the immediate confines of his church, establishing him as a titan of African independent Christianity. For decades, he was a figure of immense moral authority and spiritual dedication, leading his flock with a unique blend of traditional beliefs and Christian doctrine. His passing at the remarkable age of 107 is not just seen as a death, but as the closing of a significant chapter in the nation’s religious history. As the African Apostolic Church prepares to navigate this new reality, the focus remains on the enduring teachings and the indomitable spirit of the man who founded it, a man whose earthly journey has now reached its celestial conclusion.